TALK OF THE DAY IN PARIS; DELIBES'S SUCCESS, LE PAGE'S DEATH, AND THE OPERA. ADVANCEMENTS IN THE LEGION OF HONORM. GAILLARD AND HIS MOTHER--THE AMBITION OF LE PAGE.

PARIS, Dec. 16.--The usual declaration concerning promotions and nominations in the Legion of Honor have made numerous heart-burnings. Among the Grand Officers there can be five advancements for the army and two for civilians. View Full Article in Timesmachine »

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